A coalition of northern groups has expressed strong opposition to President Bola Tinubu's recent decision to restructure Nigeria's Aviation College by dividing it into six regional campuses. The policy, which aims to decentralize aviation training, has sparked a wave of criticism, particularly from stakeholders in the northern region, who argue that it threatens national unity and could have adverse economic effects on local businesses and the broader aviation sector.
In a statement aired on Facetv Africa, a well-known northern political analyst voiced concerns over the potential consequences of the policy, highlighting a growing dissatisfaction among people from the northern region. "A lot of people, especially from the northern part of the country, are coming together to express their dissatisfaction with the President's decision," the analyst said. "While we understand that policies are meant to address national issues, many feel that dividing the Aviation College into six parts will have negative repercussions."
The analyst, a frequent critic of the current administration's economic policies, elaborated on the wider impact, suggesting that such decisions could exacerbate economic hardship for many Nigerians, particularly those running small businesses. "We know that many of the policies being implemented by the administration are impacting Nigerians, especially those involved in local businesses. I have always urged the President to consider actions that can alleviate the suffering of the masses, especially the poor," the analyst added.
Despite the growing criticism, the analyst also acknowledged that some of the government's initiatives might eventually lead to positive outcomes. "There are steps that the President has taken which, although not immediately apparent, may bring results in the near future. I believe we will see improvements over time," he concluded, offering a cautiously optimistic view on the administration's overall direction.
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